Maintenance Aide I

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is seeking multiple Maintenance Aide I to join the Department of Parking and Transportation. Under direct supervision, the selected candidate assists building construction and maintenance personnel by performing simple and repetitive tasks using standard procedures, tools, and equipment. The selected candidate will need to work a floating schedule dependent on the department’s needs.

BENEFITS (Non-Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.

PRIMARY DUTIES
1. Functions as an unskilled helper to maintenance mechanics, trades personnel, and/or stationary engineers in performing maintenance and repair work.
2. Inspects building components and equipment according to prescribed schedules and instructions.
3. Assists in preparing interior and exterior walls, ceilings, floors, and other building surfaces by washing, brushing, sanding, and scraping; assists in applying paint, varnishes, stains, water-proofing agents and other protectives.
4. Performs simple repairs and maintenance such as changing filters and light bulbs, cleaning sewer lines and traps, oiling and lubricating equipment, or cleaning maintenance and construction work areas.
5. Assists in maintaining grounds, roads and walkways. Patches or caulks cracks in walkways, road surfaces, or interior or exterior building surfaces.
6. Performs snow and ice removal from assigned areas using hand and power snow removal equipment. Spreads salt, sand, and de-icers to prevent slipping.
7. Completes simple reports reflecting status of assigned maintenance projects.
8. Operates and maintains tools and equipment. Cleans work area upon completion of project.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: N/A
EXPERIENCE: One year of related work experience.
OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Elementary knowledge of building construction or maintenance and repair practices; of related safety practices and procedures. Elementary knowledge of basic tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair work. Ability to follow oral and written instructions; to complete simple logs and work order forms; to make simple adjustments, repairs and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Salary Range: $38,700 – $42,439 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

Note: New hires will receive a 2.5% adjustment to their base salary upon successful completion of 6-month probationary period.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected] . 

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.